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Car Accidents at Intersections and Stoplights
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Mr. Trotz was recognized from 2019-2023 as a Super Lawyers Mid-South Rising Star. Mr. Trotz is also a member of the Young Lawyers Division of the Memphis Bar Association, Memphis Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and the Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association where he serves on the Executive Committee. READ OUR EDITORIAL GUIDELINES
Motor Vehicle Crash Lawyers Assisting People Injured in Memphis
Car accidents at intersections and stoplights are extremely common. At one point, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that 40% of all car accidents nationwide are intersection-related. Many of these crashes involve drivers making a left or right turn. In some wrecks, one driver will have an obstructed view, thereby unable to see the other driver. Other times, one driver will falsely assume that the other is going to stop. Many of these collisions involve one driver’s word against the other. If you have been hit by another driver, a Memphis car accident attorney may be able to assist you. Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz has represented injured Memphians for over 30 years, and we have recovered more than $1.5 billion in compensation for our clients. Call us today, as our team is ready to get started on your case.
Handling Your Car Wreck Case from Start to Finish
In Memphis, some of the most dangerous intersections are Hacks Cross Road and Winchester Road, Interstate 240 and Walnut Grove Road, and Interstate 240 and Poplar Avenue. In the aftermath of a car accident at an intersection or stoplight, one of the first concerns will be to get to the bottom of exactly what happened. In most situations, police will arrive at the scene and talk to all drivers involved, as well as witnesses. After assessing the damage and considering the statements of those involved, the officer may issue citations. If all drivers give different versions of events, the officer may refuse to issue any citations, citing conflicting statements.
To maximize your legal rights, you should hire an auto accident attorney in the Memphis area willing to fight on your behalf and gather evidence supporting your side. This could involve promptly reaching out to witnesses and taking their statements. Sometimes, it may be necessary to conduct physical inspections of the vehicles and download “black box” data. For particularly complicated wrecks, an accident reconstruction expert could visit the scene, take measurements, and inspect the vehicles in an effort to determine exactly what happened.
Proving liability for a car accident at an intersection or stoplight is critical because Tennessee law allows comparative fault as a defense. This is when a defendant claims that the plaintiff caused or contributed to the wreck. While not always a complete bar to recovery, the plaintiff’s damages may be reduced by any applicable percentage of negligence. However, if the plaintiff is deemed to be at least 50% responsible, he or she may be barred altogether from collecting. With your legal rights at stake, you should retain a lawyer early in the process to minimize allegations of comparative negligence.
Being able to prove the defendant’s negligence can shift the focus to damages. In a car wreck case, a victim may recover for medical bills incurred as a result of the impact. Other elements of damages under Tennessee law include lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent disability, scarring, disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. If a victim sustains permanent injuries, loss of future earning capacity may be awarded. Your lawyer will be able to advise you regarding which damages may apply to your case.
Retain a Memphis Attorney Experienced in Car Accident Cases
If you are injured in a car accident at an intersection or stoplight due to someone making an improper turn, speeding, or running a red light, you should contact the Memphis car accident lawyers at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz. We represent individuals and families across Tennessee, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kentucky, including in Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo, Columbus, Grenada, Starkville, Oxford, Hayti, and Caruthersville. We are available 24/7 to take your call. Contact our office toll-free by calling 800-LAW-4004 or by completing our online form to arrange a free consultation with a car accident law
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